Shader Programming Courses and Certifications

These tutorials teach you about C# and shader programming for Unity. They build on one another, introducing new programming concepts, math, algorithms, and Unity features.

• Independent
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Sebastian Lague

Coding Adventure: Ray Tracing

Explore custom ray tracing renderer creation using C# and HLSL in Unity, covering key concepts like cameras, shaders, reflections, and advanced rendering techniques.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Cherno

How I Deal with Shaders in OpenGL

Learn efficient shader management in OpenGL, covering creation, compilation, and usage techniques to enhance graphics programming skills and optimize rendering pipelines.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Freya Holmér

Intro to Shader Coding in Unity - An Improvised Live Course

Comprehensive live tutorial on shader coding in Unity, covering basics to advanced topics like lighting, manipulating values, and real-world applications. Ideal for beginners seeking hands-on learning.

• YouTube
• 5 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Cherno

C# Game Engine Code Review - Building a 3D Renderer at 16

Comprehensive code review of a C# game engine, offering insights on architecture, rendering techniques, and optimization strategies for aspiring game developers.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Cherno

Writing a Shader in OpenGL

Learn to create, compile, and implement shaders in OpenGL, covering both vertex and fragment shaders, error handling, and data access techniques.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

CG Cookie

Top Blender Shader Tricks from Nodevember 2019

Explore advanced Blender shader techniques inspired by Nodevember 2019, featuring expert insights from Simon Thommes on creating stunning procedural materials and animations.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Chris Courses

Intermediate Three.js Tutorial - Create a Globe with Custom Shaders

Create a realistic 3D globe using Three.js and custom shaders. Learn vertex and fragment shaders, UVs, normals, and atmospheric effects. Includes interactive features and styling with HTML/CSS.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Reallusion

Lighting a Scene in iClone 7 - Tutorial Using All Available Tools

Comprehensive guide to lighting techniques in iClone 7, covering HBAO, PBR, ILBs, GI, and image enhancements for creating stunning day and night scenes in a Roman Patio setting.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Android Developers

Make Shinier, Faster Mobile Games with Vulkan

Explore Vulkan's high-efficiency graphics API for mobile games. Learn porting techniques, performance optimization, and how to leverage Vulkan's unique features for enhanced mobile gaming experiences.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Cherno

Improving 2D Rendering API - Game Engine Series

Enhance 2D rendering capabilities in game engines with optimized API design, focusing on performance improvements and efficient graphics processing techniques.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Cherno

Single Shader 2D Renderer - Game Engine Series

Learn to create an efficient 2D renderer using a single shader in game engine development, optimizing performance and simplifying rendering techniques.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Cherno

Shader Library - Game Engine Series

Explore the creation and implementation of a shader library in game engine development, enhancing graphics capabilities and performance optimization.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Cherno

Shader Asset Files in Game Engine Development

Learn to create and manage shader asset files for game engines, exploring techniques to optimize performance and enhance visual quality.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Cherno

Shader Abstraction and Uniforms - Game Engine Series

Learn to abstract shaders and implement uniforms in game engine development, enhancing graphics flexibility and performance.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video